SHAWL
A JOURNEY of Discipleship
Whether you’re seeking a closer connection with Jesus, a more vibrant prayer life, or greater confidence in your faith, the SHAWL mentoring journey is a powerful and supportive resource.
Embark on a meaningful journey with a mentor through the fivefold SHAWL series. Each guide and encounter creates space for personal reflection, deeper understanding of Jesus’ love and presence, and fosters growth as a follower of Christ.
SHAWL = Surrendering, Humbling, Abiding, Waiting and Listening to God
A Transformational Journey with Jesus.
In the SHAWL journey you will Engage in a mentoring friendship where you participate in spiritual practices that Jesus lived and modeled for his disciples as he mentored them.
Surrendering, Humbling, Abiding, Waiting, and Listening to God. As we invest in a transformative friendship with Jesus, the Holy Spirit grows our love for Him and others.
What to expect in SHAWL:
Your Mentor:
- Your Mentor has provided a dedicated space just for you.
- Your Mentor has journeyed through the guides and models of an Abiding Growing Friendship with Jesus.
- Your Mentor is committed to walking with you, supporting, respectfully listening and encouraging you on your journey.
Your Commitment:
- Meeting with Mentor 1 hour weekly or bi-weekly.
- Engaging with the material and activities.
- Being open. There aren’t correct or incorrect answers. This is about your friendship with Jesus.
- Allowing your Mentor to walk with you, to ask challenging questions and support you on your journey.
A Transformational Journey with Jesus.
In the SHAWL journey you will Engage in a mentoring friendship where you participate in spiritual practices that Jesus lived and modeled for his disciples as he mentored them.
Surrendering, Humbling, Abiding, Waiting, and Listening to God. As we invest in a transformative friendship with Jesus, the Holy Spirit grows our love for Him and others.
What to expect in SHAWL:
Your Mentor:
- Your Mentor has provided a dedicated space just for you.
- Your Mentor has journeyed through the guides and models of an Abiding Growing Friendship with Jesus.
- Your Mentor is committed to walking with you, supporting, respectfully listening and encouraging you on your journey.
Your Commitment:
- Meeting with Mentor 1 hour weekly or bi-weekly.
- Engaging with the material and activities.
- Being open. There aren’t correct or incorrect answers. This is about your friendship with Jesus.
- Allowing your Mentor to walk with you, to ask challenging questions and support you on your journey.
FEATURED TESTIMONIAL
“There is nothing on my own that could have brought me from where I was to where I am. All is His grace. Even the desire I have to friendship with Him, lean into Him, and trust Him—it’s all grace from Him.
I am thankful for the SHAWL Series that God used to make me and so many others whole. God is oh so good.”
—Ginny Rapini, COS Senior VP of Grassroots & Mentoring
FEATURED TESTIMONIAL
“There is nothing on my own that could have brought me from where I was to where I am. All is His grace. Even the desire I have to friendship with Him, lean into Him, and trust Him—it’s all grace from Him. I am thankful for the SHAWL Series that God used to make me and so many others whole. God is oh so good.”
—Ginny Rapini, COS Senior VP of Grassroots & Mentoring